Caprese Salad with Beef

Top this fresh, classic tomato salad with grilled beef (or chicken or pork or fish) for a hot summer main dish. 

Photography By | June 03, 2022

Ingredients

SERVINGS: 4
  • 3-4 large fresh heirloom tomatoes, sliced
  • 7 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 (12-ounce) package sliced fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 3 tablespoons good olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic syrup or balsamic vinegar
  • coarse salt and pepper
  • 8 torn fresh basil leaves
  • 12 ounces grilled beef (chicken or pork)

Preparation

1. Layer tomatoes and fresh mozzarella cheese on a platter. Top with basil, olive oil, balsamic syrup, salt and pepper. Top with sliced grilled beef. 

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Ingredients

SERVINGS: 4
  • 3-4 large fresh heirloom tomatoes, sliced
  • 7 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 (12-ounce) package sliced fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 3 tablespoons good olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic syrup or balsamic vinegar
  • coarse salt and pepper
  • 8 torn fresh basil leaves
  • 12 ounces grilled beef (chicken or pork)
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